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One Mom Says, “My Son’s Daycare Provider Was a Monster” —…

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You trusted someone to care for your child every day, and the thought of betrayal…

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12 Things I Wish I’d Never Thrown Away

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“Spring cleaning, decluttering, moving house — all these events often lead to a good old…

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15 Ways I Keep My Home Smelling Fresh

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Who doesn’t love walking into a home that smells wonderfully fresh and clean? However, keeping…

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10 Organizing Products I Swear By

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Organizing your space can be a daunting task, especially when you’re not sure where to…

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13 Things I Always Look for at Estate Sales

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Estate sales can be a treasure trove of unique, high-quality items, often priced significantly lower…

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12 Things I Stopped Buying at Big Box Stores

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In our consumer-driven society, it’s easy to get sucked into the convenience of big box…

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15 Items I Found in My Closet That Are Worth Selling

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Ahhh, the closet. It’s that magical place where you store your clothes, shoes, and a…

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madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

Join me in my journey to declutter my life and live a simply beautiful life.